Phipps Street Burying Ground — Local services in Boston

I was very disappointed to travel all the way from Rhode Island up to see this cemetery only to find it had a locked gate. I did finally find a way in and it was well worth the effort. I think that the Phipps Street Burying Ground is one of the most unique burial grounds in New England. The layout is based on the layout of Charlestown and the carvings on the stones are some of the most beautiful in New England. There are many original styles of grave stones filled with symbolism and the stones are mostly very well preserved. It is best to call in advance to be let in but don't miss this cemetery if you like to see old extremely well carved...

I live right near the Phipps Street burial grounds. When the City of Boston is mowing the grass there, the gates are open, and I go into the cemetery and stop at some of the graves and say their names out loud. I figure it's been over 300+ years since their name has been said. I understand it's a Native American tradition to say the name to keep their memory alive. BUT at night, I get a little scared walking by, so I walk on the other side of the street and yell "Good night" to...

The Phipps Street Burying Ground is always locked. When I wanted to visit I called ahead and after arranging a visit with the manager the gate was unlocked for as long as I wanted to visit. It is such a...